
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Atherton Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)
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West Atherton, Redwood City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Atherton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Atherton Studio Apartments | $2,399 | $1,959 | $2,895 |
West Atherton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,888 | $1,741 | $4,670 |
West Atherton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,189 | $6,800 |
West Atherton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,358 | $2,369 | $3,795 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Atherton Neighborhood of Redwood City, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Atherton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Atherton area of Redwood City, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Middlefield Junction priced from $1,189. Mosaic Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable West Atherton apartments for rent in Redwood City, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Middlefield Junction | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Mosaic Apartments | Studio w/Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Atherton, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Atherton area is the $3.18 price per square foot B9 Model at 885 Woodside in the in the West Atherton neighborhood starting from $6,199. The second greatest value West Atherton apartment is the Plan B Model at The Marc starting at $5,508 with a $5.83 price per square foot in the West Atherton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Atherton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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885 Woodside | B9 | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
The Marc | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $5.83 |
230 - Atherton Park Forest | 2 Bed 2 Bath Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Middlefield Junction | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Mosaic Apartments | Studio w/Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $4.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Atherton, Redwood City, CA
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Redwood City, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Atherton Neighborhood in Redwood City, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Atherton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Atherton?
The cheapest apartment in West Atherton is Middlefield Junction which is listed at $1,741, while the average apartment in West Atherton costs $4,941.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Atherton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in West Atherton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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